6
MADELINE
I wasn’t surprised Hudson had brought up the idea of inviting someone to our bed again, and I’d agreed—but only for him because I couldn’t continue to let him suffer for my depression.
He was ready to move on, to go forward in finding happiness, and I’d done nothing but hold him back.
I didn’t want to barrel into an unwanted future, but I would offer what I could. “I-I’m not sure I’ll be able to enjoy playing again, but I’ll try.”
“That’s all I ask, love.” His smile fluttered my heart the slightest bit.
“I don’t have the energy to find someone,” I whispered. Just the thought of tracking down our old swinger group of friends gave me a headache.
“I’ll do it.” Hudson leaned up and pressed his lips to mine.
I longed to feel arousal at his soft touch, the scent of sweat and f
